HB471 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Thad McClammy

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Driver's licenses, suspension of, restricted license for purpose of travel to and from employment and other specified locations authorized, procedures for issuance by Department of Public Safety, fees, reciprocity

Summary

HB471 would let a court or the Department of Public Safety issue a restricted driver's license to someone with a suspended license so they can travel to work, home, and other necessary places.

What This Bill Does

The bill allows a restricted license for a suspended driver to travel to the licensee's residence, work, and other designated locations. It sets eligibility rules (no restricted license if the person has a prior conviction for a serious traffic offense) and requires a court to specify exact times and places the person may drive. The person would need to pay a $75 application fee, and the Department of Public Safety would issue the restricted license with the stated limitations, with renewal handled like other licenses. It also provides for restricted licenses for residents who move from another state and for reciprocity with licenses issued in other states under certain conditions.

Who It Affects

• Individuals in Alabama whose driver's license has been suspended for certain offenses, who could obtain a restricted license to drive to home, work, and other approved locations.
• Residents or former residents whose license was suspended in another state (or who have a restricted license from another state) and may apply for a restricted license in Alabama if they meet eligibility and court approval.

Key Provisions

• A court may order the issuance of a restricted license allowing limited driving for purposes such as going to residence, regular employment, probation meetings, alcohol/substance abuse programs, school, and regular worship.
• Eligibility restrictions include barring issuance if the person has a prior conviction for a serious traffic offense as defined in Alabama law.
• The restricted license must specify exact times and places of permissible operation; an application fee of $75 is required to obtain the license from the Department of Public Safety, and the license can be renewed like other driver’s licenses.
• The act provides procedures for nonresidents (or residents with suspensions from other states) to apply for a restricted license in Alabama, and requires a court review and an order detailing limitations.
• The Department of Public Safety may adopt rules to implement and administer the act.
• The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after its passage and governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Drivers' Licenses